Engaging Youth for Environmental Change: A Project Management Approach

 1. Introduction
 2. Key Questions for Starting the Project
 3. Continued Questions for Project Initiation
 4. Evaluating the Game's Impact
 5. Project Risk Assessment
 6. Project Handoff and Conclusion
 7. Conclusion

This presentation offers an in-depth look at the project 'Engaging Youth for Environmental Change.' Aimed at developing an educational game for children to promote environmental awareness, the project encompasses various aspects from initial planning to execution, risk assessment, and project conclusion. We'll navigate through project planning, identification of potential challenges, risk management strategy, and the final project handoff checklist.

Introduction

What drove the development of an educational game focused on environmental topics?

Inspiration Behind the Game

Exploring the intended educational outcomes and key environmental lessons.

Game's Educational Objectives

Insight into the planning, design, and technical development of the game.

Development Process

How the game caters to children from diverse backgrounds and various communities.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

Key Questions for Starting the Project

Targeted age group of the game and strategies to maintain engagement.

Age and Engagement Strategy

Choosing between digital or physical versions based on accessibility and impact.

Digital or Physical Medium

Methods integrated into the game to promote interactive learning.

Interactive Learning Experiences

Highlighting particular environmental problems the game will address.

Focus on Specific Environmental Issues

Continued Questions for Project Initiation

Effectiveness Measurement
Approaches to evaluate the impact of the game on children's environmental education.

Evaluating the Game's Impact

This section deals with identifying potential risks during the game development process. We will explore a template including identification, analysis, and response strategies for ten primary risks like funding shortages, technical issues, legal concerns, and potential delays. This strategic assessment ensures proactive management and mitigation of risks to steer the project towards success.

Project Risk Assessment

Ensuring all aspects of the game meet predefined standards and functions correctly.

Completed Deliverables Confirmation

Review and finalize all supporting documents and perform a final QA check.

Documentation and Quality Assurance

Obtain stakeholder feedback to ensure the game meets their needs and expectations.

Stakeholder Feedback and Adjustments

Cover final reporting, training for users, and discuss ongoing maintenance.

Finalization and Training

Project Handoff and Conclusion

In summary, this project aims to address critical environmental issues through an engaging digital platform tailored for young audiences. By carefully planning, managing risks, and preparing for project completion, we ensure that the game effectively contributes to environmental education and awareness among children, empowering them to make a difference.